1955 Ford Prefect vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
